Molokai Snorkeling Travel Guide

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Molokai Snorkeling Travel Tips

By Linda Samuel

  • Snorkel right off shore at Murphy's Beach, where the water is shallow and clear.
  • Beware of the current, especially in winter, as much of the water surrounding Molokai is unprotected from strong winds.
  • Search through clear and calm surf May through September.

Molokai Travel Guide

Born of volcanic eruptions 1.5 million years ago, Molokai remains a time capsule on the dawn of the 21st century. It has no deluxe resorts, no stoplights, and no buildings taller than a coconut tree. Molokai is the least developed, most "Hawaiian" of all the islands, making it especially attractive to adventure travelers and peace seekers. Read More

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  • North Shore beach camping??? I am hoping to plan a paddling trip along the North shore of Molokai. Anyone know information about how to get permits to camp on beaches accessible only by sea??
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Hotels

The Lodge at Molokai Ranch

100 Maunaloa Highway
Maunaloa, HI Map

Distance: 13.9 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
expert favorite hotel
Good For Snorkeling
Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0
4.0

Beach Village at Molokai Ranch

100 Maunaloa Highway
Maunaloa, HI 96770 Map

Distance: 13.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars
expert favorite hotel
Good For Snorkeling
Expert Rated & Recommended
4.0
3.0
from: $209

Embassy Suites

201 Beachwalk Street
Honolulu, HI Map

Distance: 7.2 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated

Good For Snorkeling
Expert Rated & Recommended
4.0
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Attractions

Murphy's Beach Park / Twenty Mile Beach

Good For Snorkeling
off main highway at 20 Mile Marker
Kaunakakai, Hawaii 96748

Distance: 6.6 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
4_0

Papohaku Beach

Good For Snorkeling
End of Kaluakoi Road
West Shore Molokai
Kaluakoi, Hawaii 96770

Distance: 12.7 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
4_0

Hanouli Malo'o Bay

Good For Snorkeling
Molokai, Hawaii

Distance: 2.8 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Hanouli Malo'o Bay is located between Murphy's Beach and Sandy Beach. It is a popular surfing destination, but the area also has a sandy beach for swimming and snorkeling. ... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
3_0
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Airports

Major Airports near Molokai

Distance (mi.)
Maui Kahului Airport 40.0 map
Honolulu/Oahu International Airport 61.7 map
Kona/Big Island Keahole Airport 116.3 map

Other Smaller Airports near Molokai

Distance (mi.)
Hoolehua Molokai Airport 4.9 map
Hilo/Big Island Hilo International Airport 159.9 map

Flight Deals to Molokai

Originating From
Honolulu (HNL) to Maui (OGG) $103
Portland, OR (PDX) to Maui (OGG) $346
Seattle (SEA) to Maui (OGG) $400
San Francisco (SFO) to Maui (OGG) $480
Phoenix (PHX) to Maui (OGG) $483

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